Paraformaldehyde
Solid formaldehyde source (paraformaldehyde)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paraformaldehyde?+
Paraformaldehyde is the solid polymer of formaldehyde, a white powder or flake that depolymerises on heating to release formaldehyde gas, offering a convenient way to store and dose it. RAVMENT supplies Paraformaldehyde in bulk and exports it worldwide — request a quote.
What is Paraformaldehyde used for?+
Its main applications are the manufacture of phenolic, urea and melamine resins, adhesives and binders, agricultural disinfection, oilfield chemicals and chemical synthesis. RAVMENT supplies Paraformaldehyde in bulk and exports it worldwide — request a quote.
What is the difference between paraformaldehyde and formalin?+
Both deliver formaldehyde. Formalin is an aqueous solution, typically around 37% formaldehyde with a little methanol as stabiliser, so it is easy to pump but brings water into the reaction. Paraformaldehyde is the solid polymer, typically 91–96% active, and releases formaldehyde on heating, which suits water-sensitive systems and cuts transport volume. The active content is stated on the specification sheet. RAVMENT supplies Paraformaldehyde in bulk and exports it worldwide — request a quote.